Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

"If the automobile had followed the same development cycle as the computer, a Rolls-Royce would today cost $100, get a million miles per gallon, and explode once a year, killing everyone inside." (Robert X. Cringely, InfoWorld magazine)

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) in the QS-9000 FMEA Third Edition Manual describe an FMEA as:

"...a systematic group of activities intended to: (a) recognize and evaluate the potential failure of a product/process and the effect of that failure, (b) identify actions that could eliminate or reduce the chance of the potential failure occurring, and (c) document the entire process."

Simply put, Failure Mode and Effects Analysis is a tool to help you prevent product or process failures. As a preventive measure, it is best initially employed before launch of the product or process. However, it is also a "living document" which can help plan and document product and process improvements for the life of the product or process.

Process Champions offers both training and facilitation services to help our clients use this very powerful tool in delivering high quality products to their customer from Job 1 and throughout the life of the product. FMEA classes include development of Process Flowcharts, FMEA's, and Control Plans. Please contact us for details and quotations on customized consulting and training services.

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(Updated 4-6-05)